US President Donald Trump announced in a televised address that American forces had executed a major overnight operation, destroying three key Iranian nuclear sites.
Trump hailed the strikes as a ‘spectacular military success,’ claiming they had ‘completely obliterated’ Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities. The president emphasized that the operation was crucial in eliminating Iran’s nuclear threat and regional destabilization. He warned that Iran must choose peace, with the threat of more strikes if Tehran refuses to comply. The president also acknowledged the joint effort with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, praising the coordination and military prowess involved in the operation. The address included explicit references to the ongoing conflict, with Trump attributing the deaths of American and Middle Eastern civilians to Iranian actions, and expressing a determination to end the violence through decisive military action.
Trump’s address emphasized the strategic importance of the operation, asserting that the strikes had significantly weakened Iran’s nuclear capabilities. The president described the mission as a decisive blow to Iran’s nuclear program and a necessary step in ensuring regional stability. He also highlighted the role of the US military, expressing gratitude toward the troops and the Joint Chiefs of Staff for their ‘brilliant military minds’ in executing the operation.
The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, with the US and Israel reportedly working closely to counter Iranian influence. Trump’s speech underscored the administration’s commitment to a hardline approach toward Iran, with the president vowing not to allow the country’s continued aggression. The address also included a call for renewed diplomatic efforts, but only under the condition that Iran demonstrates a commitment to peace. Trump concluded by thanking God and his military, reaffirming the United States’ resolve to protect its interests and allies in the region.